teaching assistant

Primary Teaching Assistant – Weymouth

Location: Weymouth, Dorset
Position: Teaching Assistant (TA) – Primary
Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time, Term-Time Only
Salary: £84 – £95 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025 (or ASAP)

Are you passionate about supporting young learners and making a real difference in the classroom?

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Primary Teaching Assistants to support a number of partner schools in Weymouth and the surrounding areas. Whether you're an experienced TA or just starting out, this is a fantastic opportunity to work in welcoming and well-resourced schools with excellent support.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support children in EYFS, KS1, or KS2
• Provide one-to-one and small group interventions
• Assist teachers with planning and classroom activities
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional well-being

✅ Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children (school-based or other)
• A proactive, caring, and resilient attitude
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain one)
• Right to work in the UK

Whether you’re looking for flexible daily supply work or a long-term placement, we can help find the right role for you.

Apply Today!

To apply or find out more, please email your CV and a short introduction to:
Beth Maxwell
beth.maxwell@teachingpersonnel.com

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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